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The End of the Sun
Developer The End of the Sun Forge
You are the Ashter – a Slavic fire mage and tracker of mythical beings. Following a legendary creature, you reach a village caught in a time rift. Embark on a magical investigation – travel through time, explore the ancient land, and bond with fire to shape villagers’ fate and uncover the mystery. From the Steam store page
120 reactions from 2 sources (Steam reviews, Bluesky) · newest Oct 10, 2026 · last updated Oct 11, 2026 · How this works
Audience score
94
LovedLoved
101 positive · 6 negative
95% range 88–97%
| Source | + | − | = |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steam reviews | 101 | 6 | 0 |
| Bluesky * | 3 | 0 | 10 |
* shown, not counted in the score (label accuracy below our 85% bar or not yet audited).
Steam's own rating
Very Positive
108 of 114 reviews positive (all languages, per Valve)
What players are saying
94% recommend · 103 yes, 6 no
Counted from the reviewers’ own thumbs up/down on the 109 English Steam reviews we collected, not by the AI. Valve’s all-language rating: Very Positive (311 of 320 positive).
Players praise the game's beautiful environments and immersive Slavic folklore. [1][2][3] Some find the gameplay slow and puzzles poorly indicated. [4][5][6] The story and atmosphere are widely appreciated despite some flaws. [7][8][9]
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- [5]
Strong no. This game is barely playable. Which is sad, because obviously a lot of passion went into its making. Unfortunately passion cannot fix bad design. Very bad design. The premise is that you are a mystic who must fix a broken timeline by solving puzzles while switching between four seasons. It takes place in a gorgeous countryside, which is peppered with well-researched Slavic folklore. Sounds great, right? …
- [1]
The End of the Sun is a beautifully crafted game set in a Slavic medieval fantasy world. An engaging story filled with magic and mystery. The Story You play as an Ashter, a sage sorcerer with the ability to travel through time amongst other rare gifts. You come across a small village where things are not what they seem and all the people are missing, or seem to be. Explore, find clues and solve puzzles to solve the …
- [7]
Remarkably stunning work of art. This is already going to be a contender for my personal Game of the Year. I’m only 4.5hrs into the story, but time flew by so quickly, as I was completely immersed in the dreamlike atmosphere and fascinating lore. It appears that I’ve unlocked less than half of the map so far, and I’m so excited to continue exploring. The nonlinear “weaving in and out of time” storyline is …
- [2]
The End of the Sun is a lovely game to play with beautifully detailed environments to explore and music that is delightful to listen to. It follows the stories of a Slavic family and explores the past by finding 'footprints' of objects and events. Similar to The Vanishing of Ethan Carter, you find remnants of the past and interact to replace or complete them. You are then treated to a reenactment of the associated …
- [3]
Nice and rare folklore game with beautifully expressed Polish mythology. Graphics are nice and detailed. Story is nicely told, unfolds slowly and unlocking pieces of it is very rewarding. Soundtrack is unique and I love that most of vocal parts are in Polish language, that gives a lot of authenticity to the entire game.
Summarised from 34 of the 122 public posts collected about this game; every point cites the posts behind it ([n] opens the post) and the split is counted from the posts’ own ratings. Updated Oct 13, 2026. How summaries are made
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Reactions
60 of 120 · most liked firstStrong no. This game is barely playable. Which is sad, because obviously a lot of passion went into its making. Unfortunately passion cannot fix bad design. Very bad design. The premise is that you are a mystic who must fix a broken timeline by solving puzzles while switching between four seasons. It takes place in a gorgeous countryside, which is peppered with well-researched Slavic folklore. Sounds great, right? It's not. The main issue is that the core mechanics are convoluted and poorly…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →The End of the Sun is a beautifully crafted game set in a Slavic medieval fantasy world. An engaging story filled with magic and mystery. The Story You play as an Ashter, a sage sorcerer with the ability to travel through time amongst other rare gifts. You come across a small village where things are not what they seem and all the people are missing, or seem to be. Explore, find clues and solve puzzles to solve the mystery. You can teleport between the four main seasons, each separated by…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →This game isn't for everyone. It was made for those interested in history, myths, and old Slavic traditions. If you're curious about how our ancestors lived, what they believed in, and what rituals they performed, you'll find plenty to look at here. Not "the entire culture," of course, but it comfortably covers a good chunk of it. If you're not really into the subject matter, though, the game might feel slow. There is A LOT of walking simulator gameplay and just taking things in. Zero action,…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →The game is made by a mere two people and it shows, both for good and bad. The story is fairly interesting, always good to see old folktales, superstition and myths come to life like this. But the story is unfortunately not very well delivered, the dialogue between the characters does not flow well, it doesn't sound like real people and I don't think it's a translation issue. I am impressed that the game is fully voice acted, though their delivery leave something to be desired. There's also…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I have followed the game's development for quite a while and having played the game's original demo it looked like it would be an amazing depiction of Slavic traditions and culture, boy was I wrong, but we will start with the good parts. Pros: -Beautiful graphics with a well made world with a nice atmosphere -Sound design of the game is absolutely excellent with an amazing soundtrack -Enjoyable gameplay and puzzles Cons: -Made up religious beliefs and traditions that have no historical…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →The End of the Sun is a lovely game to play with beautifully detailed environments to explore and music that is delightful to listen to. It follows the stories of a Slavic family and explores the past by finding 'footprints' of objects and events. Similar to The Vanishing of Ethan Carter, you find remnants of the past and interact to replace or complete them. You are then treated to a reenactment of the associated past events. Over the course of the game you learn about Slavic culture and…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Remarkably stunning work of art. This is already going to be a contender for my personal Game of the Year. I’m only 4.5hrs into the story, but time flew by so quickly, as I was completely immersed in the dreamlike atmosphere and fascinating lore. It appears that I’ve unlocked less than half of the map so far, and I’m so excited to continue exploring. The nonlinear “weaving in and out of time” storyline is captivating. I am astounded that this game was made by just two people; it’s hugely…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →A beautiful story of the life and love of Mira and Nadimir set in primeval times within the lands inhabited by the Slavs. In many aspects, the narrative is based on Slavic myths, legends and beliefs. We travel through different periods symbolized by the 4 seasons to learn their entire history, and thanks to the lit bonfires we can move between these seasons. The change of seasons is important from the point of view of the story told, as it allows you to unlock passages, complete tasks or light…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →A walking sim where you click on fire to learn about questionable voice acting. I guess people are into this, I'm not. Upon looking at other reviews, it looks like they are all bots as like half of the reviews start with using the word "beautiful", which is weird if they aren't bots and just parroting each other. The first puzzle I came across involved looking at notes with numbers and symbols and putting them in order. There was no way to track these notes that I could find so you either had…
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ENGLISH ~~~~~~~ Have you ever wondered why almost no traces of ancient Slavic culture are left? Well, you can "thank" christianity for its "peaceful" spreading across the world. (So much for the "Thou shalt not kill"…) However, some traces did survive the "merciful" baptism by fire in the form of festivities, with the likes of [url=https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kupala_Night]Kupala Night (= [url=https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Summer_solstice]summer…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Wonderful journe through a turbulent life cycle of a girl, a young man and his father... it ends well, but we can wander and idscover a lot of 'curves' in a route, which could have been linear, if not.. see for yourselves, play it ! It is based on slavic folklore, beutifully set in a landscape in four seasons, which open gates for the player to discover all the stations of them. Highl recommended!
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I rarely review games but given what was created with such a small team, I needed to speak up. There has been one other game that left me staring at a black screen after the credits due to having a plot that leaves you a combination of mind-numb and wondering about what you just learned about yourself, and how the world and universe work. Maybe not in a literal sense, since Slavic paganism is a dead religion, but no matter what faith you believe, this game shows the world in a way where many…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I usually play RPGs or shooters, so I was a bit worried this game might not be for me… but let me tell you – The End of the Sun completely pulled me in. From the very first moments, I found myself lost in its world, eager to uncover the story and see what happens next. And the landscapes? Absolutely breathtaking. Just walking around and soaking in the atmosphere is so calming – like stepping into another reality. I didn’t expect it to hook me this much, but here I am, wanting to keep going. If…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I got this game for 50% discount when it was included in one of the Fanatical bundles, so I still got it cheaper than many people who bought it here for a few months, yet up to an extent I still feel that even with 50% discount it is still a little bit too much to ask for. (Maybe I feel that way, because most of the time I only buy a game if it has very high discount) Don't get me wrong, the story worked for me (even though I feel the end is rushed and ends suddenly), you can connect the dots…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →The End of the Sun deserves to be played at a leisurely pace to fully take in the amazing surroundings. The slow walking speed is remedied by the run button, but it’s a shame to hurry through this magnificent world. The scenic valley quickly feels like a real place, especially when you experience it through the various seasons and observe its inhabitants in different periods of their lives. Most of the gameplay might be a tad too easy for experienced adventurers, but each puzzle is unique and…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →The Witcher met Ethan Carter and had blyatifull love, afterwards this game happened and you can play it doing slavic squat. If you believe in a Great Lechia, thats the game for you.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Short overview - I enjoyed it, but it had some rough moments. Oh yeah, 0 bugs during playthrough.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I have no idea how this game ended up on my wishlist, but I'm glad it did. At the time of this review, I only have an hour-and-a-half of play time and feel like a bit of a silly goose for rushing over here to write this, but I just wanted to give my kudos to the devs for creating what has so far been a very magical and soothing experience thus far. You can tell that a lot of love and passion went into this wonderfully unique game, and I'm excited to continue on and get further lost in the…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →☀️Polish studio 'The End of the Sun Forge' lets you explore the ancient Slavic folklore❗❕ PROS: +🟦🟨UKRAINIAN LOCALISATION!🟨🟦 +Sensational visuals! +Beautifully evocative concept art! +Magical lore! +An immersive, narrative-driven adventure rich in exploration and interactivity. +Nice photo mode with photo contests! +Controller support. +Atmospheric sound design! +Enchanting soundtrack! CONS: -Limited replay value. FINAL SCORE: 8.5 / 10
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Just started playing, and I wasn’t sure if this game was for me – now I know it absolutely is! The visuals are stunning, and there’s something magical about experiencing such warm, spring-like vibes while standing in the middle of winter. The atmosphere is incredible, and I have to say – I love the voice acting! It adds so much depth and immersion to the story. Can’t wait to see where this journey takes me!
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Nice and rare folklore game with beautifully expressed Polish mythology. Graphics are nice and detailed. Story is nicely told, unfolds slowly and unlocking pieces of it is very rewarding. Soundtrack is unique and I love that most of vocal parts are in Polish language, that gives a lot of authenticity to the entire game.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →A very beautiful exploration game about Slavic folklore! And the soundtrack is great, with a lot of genuine traditional music (if you like The Witcher games' soundtracks, you'll like this one)!
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →The story centers around two lovers, Nadimir and Mira, whose relationship is tested by a difficult period. In an effort to mend things, Nadimir seeks to surprise Mira with a rare and mysterious egg. However, a mythical firebird hatches from the it. As if that weren’t extraordinary enough, this mystical creature possesses the ability to cause trouble through time. To repair the damage, you take on the role of an ashter, a time mage endowed with the unique ability to travel through time and…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Love RPG? [url=https://store.steampowered.com/curator/39973073/]Make sure to Follow my Curator Page for plenty more! Without a doubt the best Slavic adventure of all time. The game is simple and not long (you can complete it in 7-12 hours), and it may seem like a pure walking simulator, but do not worry, there will be difficult puzzles. The music and atmosphere are impressive. An adventure worth experiencing, which will introduce you to Slavic culture, legends and myths. ✔️9/10…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →For eight long years a dream was spun, Now dawns a tale of myths and fun. In lands of Slavic lore so deep, Where secrets of the ages sleep. Step in as Ashter, sorcerer bold, Who bends time’s fabric, stories told. Travel past and future side by side, Where ancient holidays and legends reside. A village frozen in time’s embrace, Unfolds its mysteries with artful grace. Seasons shift and the weather sings, Every choice a new fate brings. Photogrammetry paints each scene, With real-world touch,…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →A small, passionate #indiedev couple has recently released a weird adventure game/walking sim "The End of The Sun". Far from perfect and struggling at parts, it's honestly charming and disarmingly sincere. If you dig the ahistorical pop-slavic fairy tale vibes, definitely worth checking out.
positive · AI labelView post →I also reviewed The End of the Sun, a curious adventure game that is just now making its way to PlayStation 5. It's about lying and time travel, so plenty of family drama. Review: www.defunctgames.com/courant/1842... Video Review: www.youtube.com/watch?v=GRHO...
positive · AI labelView post →I rarely see games that focus on Slavic folklore, and I really enjoyed the atmosphere, music, and discoveries that came from exploring a world in this setting. While some of the character animation and dialogue could be improved, the graphics were generally well done, and I found the story compelling. A lot of love clearly went into making this game, and that is evident throughout—give it a try if you enjoy narrative exploration games that stray off the beaten path.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →wonderful game if you like walkthrough minimal puzzle games. great atmosphere. make more games. i did get this on sale about 40%
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →The End of the Sun is akin to the fern flower hidden amidst the shadows of many other titles; A hidden silver, if not gold itself, not easily found among the clamor of modern games. Though the tale itself could have lingered longer, the close-up detail of certain objects falls behind other works of its age, and the movement at times feels somewhat archaic, I must still confess that my time spent within this world was truly most pleasant. None of the riddles barred my path for so long as to…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →It's a beautiful game with an intruiging story, that takes you trough different times and emotions all at once.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →The scenery was nice to look at, the story was interesting, and the sound was well done. A few minor quibbles, such as traveling to a place, to find out you were in the wrong season, so having to travel large distances to find the nearest bonfire to change season, just to return, but this was a wonderful game.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →The End of the Sun is an incredibly beautiful game. There are so many details in the scenes, clothing, intricately painted designs on the homes, the changes in nature and life as the seasons change … I could just keep going. I know nothing about Slavic mythology and so it was also wonderful to jump into that world. Fire is a major theme and it guides you through your tasks, puzzles, and the story. Again, visually stunning with a beautiful soundtrack to accompany you on the journey. The…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →The End of The Sun review: The atmosphere and ambient is simply amazing - that's the way you know it's been doing by enthusiasts. Lots of efforts has been put to create this art game. There aren't any imagined cool looking monsters and stuff like this - this game has true Slavic feeling and tries to be historically accurate. Visuals: The visuals are quite good despite being done by people of two. The facial animation is rather mediocre, but on the other hand the trees, the grass, the flowers…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Well designed puzzles in a gorgous world told through non-linear storytelling. Highly recommended and a big surprise for me.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I’m glad I’ve played it. Not a masterpiece, and with many decisions I would personally label as "questionable", but you can't argue that 1) this game feels like its developers had great, ambitious plans and were truly trying to express either something, maybe even themselves, through their work, and 2) a huge amount of effort and creative ideas is been presented in here, and I would never argue that any chunk of this game was half-as sed or lazy. It starts as a walking simulator, which makes…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Currently, walking sim games are not very popular, but The End of the Sun has something to offer. It's like The Vanishing of Ethan Carter mixed with Slavic mythology. The story is quite engaging, and the puzzles have a well-balanced difficulty level. The map could be smaller, and, of course, the graphics and animations are not top-tier. On the other hand, there are some great visual effects, such as the dynamic day-night cycle. It's impressive what just two people have achieved. The End of the…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →@Little_Writer reviews the magnificent mythological world of *The End of the Sun. A magical Slavic adventure that burns brightly with its lovely natural scenery, richly drawn characters and folklore-infused story. Full review: adventuregamehotspot.com/review/3632/... #metacritic #adventuregame
neutral · AI labelView post →It's a good game if you like walking sims, landscape and nature graphics, story cutscenes, light puzzles and if you have patience because the game doesn't give you too many hints on what to do next. The programmers and the Unity Engine are doing a good job here, I had no crashes or performance problems at all, which can't be said about open world Unreal games usually. Landscapes, weather, realtime lighting, photometric models, all that looks nice and pleases the eye if you're able to…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Cool game where you get to travel in time and change different parts of the story. Game is heavily leaning on Polish folklore. This game could have been a Witcher DLC on its own
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I LOVE THIS GAME!!!! It is so beautifully done. The voice acting is awesome and I am so glad for it as it saves my voice from reading walls of text like some games. The art is beautiful and really invokes the region that it is set in. The gameplay is interesting and everything is just smooth. I hated having to stop for the night and can hardly wait to get back to it soon. My only complaint about the game is that all of the audio bars start at 100% which is a personal pet peeve. But the…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →(PCDD) Steam Sales 420BLAZEIT 2: GAME OF THE YEAR -=Dank Dreams and Goated Memes=- [#wow/11 Like and Subscribe] Poggerz Edition $6.37 ow.ly/n3Kg50WskWm The End of the Sun $14.99 ow.ly/onCJ50WskWs Rising World $10.04 ow.ly/HKnO50WskWj
neutral · AI labelView post →The one undeniable thing to say when I play this game is "well-done". The use of photogrammetry, the atmosphere, the sound-design, the story mixed with the use of Slavic Folklore, it is well-done. I was immersed, and everything on it felt believable. You guys did a great job on making this, and I'm glad I've played this game.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →This game is clearly a labor of love from a dedicated development team. If you're into any of the following, Slavic fantasy/mythology, adventures, puzzle-solving, this game will give you that.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →This game has one word..... beautiful. I wasn't sure what to expect but after completing the first bonfire I was in love and still am. The music is soo good, the lighting is so effective. I don't like to run, I'm walking everywhere taking in the gorgeous scenery. It reminds me a little bit of the game Everybody's gone to the rapture, seeing memories of people as lights then fading away, but this is so much better as you actually see the people unfold here. I can't wait to play more. If anyone's…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →This game deserves a lot more recognition. Gameplay is very unique, story interesing and it simply looks beautiful. I really enjoy the puzzles - not too simple yet not too hard.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Just recently finished this game. I really enjoyed it! The story was really cool and original. The gameplay was easy enough, but it was challenging enough to not be extremely easy. everything in between like the controls, graphics, voice acting, sound, music, animations, that was all great as well. if I had to rank it, I'd say a 10/10. Can't wait to see more from this company.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →First person puzzle adventure game "The End of the Sun" was released recently. It has a native Linux version and is available DRM free at GOG. It is available for 15% off until 02/05/2025. www.gog.com/en/game/the_... #gaming #linuxgaming #unity3d #gog #drmfree
neutral · AI labelView post →Review of “The End of the Sun” An Unforgettable Journey Through Slavic Mythology “The End of the Sun” is nothing short of a masterpiece—a rare gem in modern gaming that transports you to a world steeped in Slavic mythology, hauntingly beautiful visuals, and profound storytelling. This is not just a game; it’s an experience that stays with you long after the credits roll. From the moment you step into its atmospheric world, “The End of the Sun” captivates with its incredible attention to…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →add steam cloud please!!!!@1
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →not my style, but i can see why lots of people who play like it
negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Game is a narrative walking simulator set in a fantasy world inspired by Slavic culture. I have to admit, that it’s one of the most ambitious and relaxing walking simulators I’ve played in recent years. First of all, we traverse a world that is semi-open and compact. Map has been designed in such a way that, despite its small size, this isn’t noticeable at all; here a path winds around a mountain, there you have to climb somewhere, and somehow the scale “disappears” in the face of this clever…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →A beautiful, atmospheric dive into Slavic mythology and village folklore! The End of the Sun is a story-driven exploration game that blends Slavic mythology, folk traditions, and time-travel in a genuinely unique way. The world is packed with cultural details: seasonal festivals, ancestor rituals, symbolic decorations, creatures like drowners, samodivas, and leshys, and references to real Polish folk art and traditions. It feels like walking through a living ethnographic museum, but with…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Kickstarted this and am looking forward to really digging in.
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →[url=https://store.steampowered.com/curator/43083373/]Clever games curator review: 8/10. Story-heavy walking sim, plus some easy logic puzzles. Time travel plays a significant role, thus the story is experienced somewhat out of order, almost like the movie Memento, but in more random order. It is set in a medium-sized open world; your goal is to find various fragments of the story in that open world. As you do this you learn the unhappy path that the story is currently following, and then fix…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Amazing game. Great visuals, music and story!
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →It's a cute puzzle game that leads you into a fascinating tale of slavic mythology. As the Ashter (sort of a fire gothi) you journey through time and space by following Raróg to fix events and save fates. The gameplay loop involves lots of running there and back again but it's always rewarding because the environment, soundscape of nature, music and singing are all beautiful. Though the riddles are rather easy and mostly rely on memory it's great to watch the story unfold after collecting…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →I usually don't leave reviews but I want to support the developer for a job well done and encourage them for the future. End of the Sun is a lovely game with good attention to cultural and symbolic detail. Not too spoilery example; I loved the fact that poppies were specifically growing next weapons and skeletons. The little scene does not draw specific attention to them, but they are still there. And throughout the game I noticed these little, if you you know, details. I'm Polish too and…
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Incredibly well executed game. I didn't want too stop playing it was that interesting and fun. The time travel mechanic is one of the best I have seen in a game and is uncomplicated. the paintings you can find around the world are beautiful and soundtrack as well. The animation and voice acting is a bit clunky at times (and the american accents can get a bit grating) but that is to be expected in an indie game. 9/10 would and have recommended!!
positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →Gameplay 10/10 Love the puzzles and looking around for the items I needed, I would have liked to see a bit more gameplay kind of like when we had to take mushrooms and see things a bit differently but considering this is from such a small team I can't complain. The graphics were also very beautiful, the environment was always pleasant to look at and the map was easy to navigate. Bugs & Glitches 10/10 I experienced none, which is rare on a game that is just released. Music 10/10 I bought the…
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